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Paradise Valley to welcome Speak of Love Tour

In support of his new recording, which releases Aug. 30, multi-Dove and Grammy Award-winning recording artist David Phelps will be featured in Paradise Valley at the Valley Presbyterian Church at 7 …
BUSINESS

Scottsdale workforce housing provider breaks own record with over $50,000 donated to nonprofits in 2024

Scottsdale-based workforce housing provider Greenlight Communities donated over $50,000 to various nonprofits and philanthropic efforts in 2024 through its Greenlight Gives campaign, breaking its own …
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First Interstate Wealth Management

When the topic of financial planning comes up, many people assume it only applies to those who have significant wealth or assets. Financial planning has benefits for everyone, especially for those …
Soccer

Desert Mountain earns hard-fought victory

The Desert Mountain varsity girls soccer team are back on the winning track after defeating the Campo Verde Coyotes in a close matchup 2-1. Both teams are ranked in the top 25 for state rankings, and …
ATTORNEY GENERAL

Scottsdale PD, DEA drug investigation ends in 15-year sentence

A man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following an investigation by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the Scottsdale Police Department. Attorney General Kris Mayes recently …
First responders

Scottsdale Ambulance Service six minutes old before first call

It didn’t take long for Scottsdale’s new ambulance service to be called into action. The service, which was rolled out Dec. 15, had its first call within six minutes of going …

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As your District 4 senator, my door is always open

As we kick off a new year and the 57th legislative session, it's the perfect time to think about the kind of Arizona we want. As your newly elected senator for Legislative District 4, I want to …
Opinion

Can ‘The Donald’ rebalance government for the better?

Hear-ye, Hear-ye, Hear-ye! Donald Trump, in the role of a long-awaited political messiah who will turn our country around, “making it great again,” was questionably the personality I …
Opinion

Flower power: 3 crafty ways eco-conscious Valley residents can keep old bouquets out of landfills

If you’re still holding on to winter holiday flowers or looking for ways to preserve bouquets and other arrangements from special occasions or an upcoming holiday like Valentine’s Day, …
Education

ASSE seeks host families for exchange students

ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), a non-profit, public benefit organization, is inviting local families to “discover the many rewards” of hosting a foreign exchange …
AXON

Scottsdale's TAAZE collects $459,600 in its fight against Axon

The political action committee trying to put the Axon world headquarters plan on a referendum ballot raised just over $459,600 in cash and in-kind donations from outside corporations and labor …
Soccer

Saguaro enjoys another winning streak

Enjoying a recent four game winning streak and defeating Desert Mountain, the Saguaro High School boys varsity soccer team are on a roll right now. Pinnacle stagnated the Sabercats past three game …
Government

Scottsdale Republican wants voters to decide on firing squads for death penalty

PHOENIX — Calling the current system inhumane and problematic, a state lawmaker wants to give voters the chance to replace the current method of killing convicted murderers with a firing squad. …
Education

Arizona Cardinals and SRP score $42,000 for educators

While the Arizona Cardinals’ season has come to a close, Arizona teachers have a reason to celebrate. Thanks to the Touchdowns for Teachers program, each touchdown scored allowed two teachers …

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Scottsdale Opinions with Civility
Ryan Corry

It’s always the season to be an angel for an Arizona neighbor in need

We’ve just completed the Christmas season. We passed by trees where we could pick paper ornaments and generously buy a toy for a child. Or maybe we chose to adopt a family through our churches …
Jonathan Sharp

PFAS Alternatives ACT could ensure carcinogenic-free turnout gear for Arizona’s firefighters

Like their colleagues across the country, Arizona firefighters put their lives on the line every day to save others. The most dangerous occupational hazard they face isn’t blazing flames but …

Speak Up: My free advice for Elon Musk

Shortly after the November election, retired journalist and author Joe Smyth offered some free advice to Elon Musk , who was tapped by the president-elect to work on government efficiency. …

Speak Up: My free advice for Elon Musk

Shortly after the November election, retired journalist and author Joe Smyth offered some free advice to Elon Musk , who was tapped by the president-elect to work on government efficiency. …

Speak Up: Airline passengers face Real ID deadline in 2025 - maybe

After a decade of pushing back the deadline for Americans to get a Real ID or passport or risk being banned from airline flights, May 7 may be enforcement day . Or not. “Don’t …

Why would Scottsdale repeal its new Sustainability plan?

It has come to my attention that there is a proposal on the Jan. 14 agenda to repeal the Sustainability Plan. I find it very surprising, as the plan had been worked on for four years and approved by …

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SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

Scottsdale’s International School of Arizona earns Cognia accreditation

Scottsdale resident Grace Ajamie was named to Union University’s dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester.

Scottsdale resident named to Union University dean’s list

Scottsdale resident Grace Ajamie was named to the Union University’s dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. The Dean’s List includes full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade …
The Desert Mountain High School Marching Band will take part in the London New Year’s Day Parade on Jan. 1.

Desert Mountain High School Marching Band headed to London

For the sixth time in the school’s 30-year history, Scottsdale Unified School District’s Desert Mountain High School Marching Band and orchestra will ring in the New Year in London, …
Scottsdale’s Spencer Wareing was named to the dean’s list at Southeast Missouri State University.

Scottsdale student named to dean’s list at Southeast Missouri State University

Spencer Wareing, of Scottsdale, was named to the Southeast Missouri State University dean’s list for academic achievement during the fall 2024 semester. Students named to the list earned …
Two new executives recently started their jobs at the Maricopa County Community College District.

New CIO, police chief join Maricopa Community Colleges

Two new executives recently started their jobs at the Maricopa County Community College District, taking positions as chief information officer and chief of police. Jess Evans is the new CIO, …
Maricopa County Community College District students can now visit the Phoenix Art Museum free.

MCCC students get free admission to a museum

Maricopa County Community College District students can now visit the Phoenix Art Museum for free. Students with an active MCCCD student ID can now enjoy free admission through all of 2025. …
Scottsdale Entertainment
Eight informational panels will be unveiled at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Sunday, Feb. 9, at 1 p.m. The community is invited to attend.

Panel unveiling planned at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale

The dedication of the eight informational panels that tell the story of the Merci Train at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park will take place Sunday, Feb. 9 at 1 p.m. Telling the unique …
The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona’s show will celebrate 70 years in Scottsdale Feb. 13-23.

Arabian Horse Show celebrates 70 years in Scottsdale

The world’s largest Arabian Horse Show is celebrating its 70th annual show at Westworld of Scottsdale. The Arabian Horse Association of Arizona’s show will run from Thursday, Feb. 13 …
The Museum of Illusions in Scottsdale is offering free admission every day for educators in 2025.

This Scottsdale museum is offering free admission to teachers all year long

Creating a space to challenge perceptions and spark curiosity, the Museum of Illusions (MOI) in Scottsdale is offering free admission to educators every day in 2025. Building off a successful …

Theatre Artists Studio puts on performance of 'Birthday Candles'

Theatre Artists Studio in Scottsdale will present performances of "Birthday Candles," by Noah Haidle, Jan. 17-Feb. 2. Ernestine Ashworth spends her 17th birthday agonizing over her …
Dancing, live music, historic wagons and rope demonstrations will make The Pony Express’ return to Scottsdale Jan. 31.

Pony Express returns to Scottsdale Jan. 31

Over 20 riders from the Navajo County Sheriff’s Posse will deliver pen pal letters written by and to school-aged children around the state to Scottsdale Friday, January 31 as the Pony Express …

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